{"id":1283,"date":"2012-05-05T10:23:26","date_gmt":"2012-05-05T09:23:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.basrai.co.uk\/blog\/?p=1283"},"modified":"2012-05-05T10:23:26","modified_gmt":"2012-05-05T09:23:26","slug":"straighter-teeth-better-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.basrai.co.uk\/blog\/invisalign-essex\/straighter-teeth-better-health\/","title":{"rendered":"STRAIGHTER TEETH, BETTER HEALTH!"},"content":{"rendered":"

STRAIGHTER TEETH, BETTER HEALTH<\/strong>
\n
\nPeriodontal Disease<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you have been diagnosed with periodontal (gum) disease,
\nyou\u2019re not alone. An estimated 80 percent of American adults
\ncurrently have some form of gum disease, ranging from simple
\ngum inflammation to serious disease that results in major
\ndamage to the soft tissue and bone supporting the teeth. Not
\nonly is gum disease a threat to your oral health that can lead to
\ntooth loss, but research also points to health effects of
\nperiodontal disease that go well beyond your mouth.<\/p>\n

<\/p>\n

The Correlation Between Misaligned Teeth
\nand Periodontal Disease<\/strong><\/p>\n

Did you know that a major cause of periodontal disease is
\npoorly-aligned teeth? This is because the bacteria living in the
\ngums around crowded teeth are much more toxic and destructive
\nthan the normal bacteria found in healthy mouths! In fact, the
\nmisalignment that leads to periodontal disease continues to
\nremain one of the most overlooked risk factors by the General
\nPractitioners office.<\/p>\n

Research has shown that mouth infections and inflammation
\ncaused by periodontal disease can play havoc throughout the
\nbody. There is a proven association between periodontal disease
\nand other chronic inflammatory conditions, such as:
\n\u2022 Diabetes<\/strong><\/p>\n

People with diabetes are more likely to have periodontal
\ndisease than people without diabetes, probably because
\ndiabetics are more susceptible to contracting infections. In
\nfact, periodontal disease is often considered the sixth
\ncomplication of diabetes. Those people who don’t have their
\ndiabetes under control are especially at risk.<\/p>\n

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\n\u2022 Stroke
\n<\/strong>Additional studies have pointed to a relationship between
\nperiodontal disease and stroke. In one study that looked at
\nthe causal relationship of oral infection as a risk factor for
\nstroke, people diagnosed with acute cerebrovascular ischemia
\nwere found more likely to have an oral infection when
\ncompared to those in the control group.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Respiratory Infections<\/strong>
\nBacteria in your mouth can be aspirated into the lungs to
\ncause respiratory diseases such as pneumonia, especially in
\npeople with gum disease.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Severe Osteopenia<\/strong>
\nOsteoporosis may lead to tooth loss because the density of the
\nbone supporting the teeth may be decreased.
\n\u201cThe mouth is a
\nmirror, it reflects
\ngeneral health
\nor disease.\u201d<\/p>\n


\n\u2022 Pre-term or Low Birth weight Babies<\/strong>
\nPregnant women who have periodontal disease may be seven
\ntimes more likely to have a baby that is born too early and too
\nsmall.
\nTreatment is Key
\nIf your teeth are misaligned, it could be more than a cosmetic
\nissue. Undergoing orthodontic treatment to straighten your teeth
\nmay be a critical part of ensuring your overall health.
\nInvisalign is an orthodontic treatment option that allows doctors
\nto straighten teeth using a series of clear, removable, nearly
\ninvisible, plastic appliances called aligners. Since Invisalign is
\nremovable, you can brush and floss normally, which helps
\nprevent periodontal disease and tooth decay. In fact, clinical
\nstudies have shown that gingival health may improve with the
\nuse of Invisalign during orthodontic treatment.2
\nStraighter teeth are Healthier Teeth
\nStraight teeth are healthier teeth and can lead to:
\nHealthier Gums
\nProperly positioned teeth are easier to brush and floss than teeth
\nthat are crowded, crooked, or spaced too far apart. Properly
\naligned teeth can help gums \u201cfit\u201d tighter around them, which
\nmay lead to better periodontal health3.
\nEasier Cleanings
\nWith maintenance of good oral hygiene, the chances of having
\nplaque retention, tooth decay, and periodontal disease can be
\nreduced.
\nIf your teeth are misaligned, Invisalign , Inman Aligner or 6 Month Braces\/Smiles should be
\nconsidered to straighten your teeth and help prevent
\nperiodontal disease\u2014all without the hassle of brackets
\nand wires.
\nStraighten your teeth and protect your health with
\nInvisalign, The Inman Aligner or 6 Month braces.<\/p>\n

Call Dr J Basrai on 01375481000 for a FREE Consultation.<\/p>\n\"Facebook\"<\/a>\"twitter\"<\/a>\"reddit\"<\/a>\"pinterest\"<\/a>\"linkedin\"<\/a>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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